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Why We Do What We Do
We explain popular and weird, little-known ideas in psychology. Whether you are a little curious about psychology, or a student, or even a professional, we have something for everyone.
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Episodes
Why We Do What We Do031 │Why You Are Who You Are (The Self) │ Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about why you are who you are (the self!). Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at…
Why We Do What We Do030 │Anger Management │ Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about anger management. Strategies, tips, questions and more! Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at…
Why We Do What We Do029 │The Polygraph Test (Lie Detector) │ Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about the polygraph (lie detector) test. Is it useful? Is it accurate? Are there alternatives? Does it do harm? All…
Why We Do What We Do028 │Consciousness: The Case for and Against │ Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about consciousness, presenting arguments for and against it in their ever so consumable fashion! Listen in, and…
Why We Do What We Do027 │Challenging Behavior At Restaurants (and In General)│ Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk speculate as to why children are "poorly behaved" in their typical "consumable psychology" style. Listen in, and…
Why We Do What We Do026 │Aphantasia: Thinking Without Pictures │ Why We Do What We Do
In 1880 Sir Francis Galton first identified a phenomenon in which people cannot visualize. Reports suggested that as much as 2.5% of the population may live…
Why We Do What We Do025 │Learning Styles Are Not A Thing │ Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about the evidence for learning styles (or lack there of). Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at…
Why We Do What We Do024 │What Happened to Asperger Syndrome? │ Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about the changes made in the Diagnostic and Statistic Manual of Mental Disorders regarding Asperger Syndrome. Listen…
Why We Do What We Do023 | S - Bm - Inal Mes - Ag - Ng | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about subliminal messages! Presumably there are signals and messages that can pass below (sub) the normal limits of…
Why We Do What We Do022 | Truth of a Liar, Part 2 of 2 | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about the second part of truth and lies! This week we wrap up the conversation by talking about lies. Listen in, and…
Why We Do What We Do021 | Truth of a Liar, Part 1 of 2 | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about truth and lies! It's a 2-parter, so buckle in for the first half of the discussion and we'll be back next week…
Why We Do What We Do020 | Uhs, Ums & Likes | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about the little filler words that we use all the time. Do they serve a purpose? Why do some people use them more than…
Why We Do What We Do019 | Neurobabble | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO discuss "Neurobabble" and raise the question of if nonsense brain 'science' makes said 'science' more believable! Listen in…
Why We Do What We Do018 | Willpower | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO discuss "Willpower" and the role that it plays in understanding Why We Do What We Do! :) Listen in, and remember that you…
Why We Do What We Do017 | Issues in Gender and Sexuality | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO havea special guest on the show to discuss the psychology involved in issues related to gender and sexuality. Listen in, and…
Why We Do What We Do016 | esreveR ygolohcysP | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about esreveR ygolohcysP! Listen in, and remember that you can reach us directly at 775.525.0908, at…
Why We Do What We Do015 | A Deep Dive Into Motivation | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about the mysterious world of motivation! How do you find it? Can you create it? What do we ACTUALLY know? Listen in…
Why We Do What We Do014 | Instructional Design | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about instructional design and the various technologies of teaching (think teaching tools, practices and strategies)…
Why We Do What We Do013 | How Genes & Epigenetics Influence Behavior | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about the role that genes and genetic coding influences our behavior, including the not-so-well-known (some say even…
Why We Do What We Do012 | The Barnum Effect | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about The Barnum Effect, including the 13 ingredients to produce the effect (or at least appear as if you're a…
Why We Do What We Do011 | Remember Everything With a Memory Palace | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about the Memory Palace! A strategy (also known as a few other names) that has been used to remember an INSANE amount…
Why We Do What We Do010 | Behavioral Technology: Making Strides to Real World Issues | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about a really fascinating area of technology called "Behavioral Technology." It's best understood breaking into two…
Why We Do What We Do009 | Managing Your Self-Management Yourself! (Part 2 of 2) | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about that pesky thing we all struggle with... self-management! Learn about what it is, how we understand it from a…
Why We Do What We Do008 | Managing Your Self-Management Yourself! (Part 1 of 2) | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO talk about that pesky thing we all struggle with... self-management! Learn about what it is, how we understand it from a…
Why We Do What We Do007 | Five Steps to Change Your Habits | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO discuss Five Steps to Changing Your Habits! (Whether it be biting your nails, shaking your foot, or picking your nose, we…
Why We Do What We Do006 | Memory | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO discuss memory! What is it? Where is it stored? How is it affected? All of those questions and more are covered in their…
Why We Do What We Do005 | fMRI | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO discuss brain scans, specifically the fMRI, and the strengths and drawbacks of their use in psychology. Listen in, and…
Why We Do What We Do004 | Electroconvulsive Therapy | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO speak about electroconvulsive therapy. Listen in to learn about what it is, including the concerns and historical uses!…
Why We Do What We Do003 | Circular Reasoning | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO jump into the world of logical fallacies. Particularly, circular reasoning. We all fall to its peril from time-to-time…
Why We Do What We Do002 | What is Psychology? | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO start at the beginning with the question of "What is Psychology?" Given that psychology is a very term-driven field, terms…
Why We Do What We Do001 | Intro | Why We Do What We Do
In this episode, Abraham and RYANO explain the purpose of the podcast, including their intentions, who their intended audience entails, and a little about what…